Episode #6: George Saunders

Written By The Calvin Center for Faith & Writing

Rewrite Radio Podcast by the Calvin Center for Faith & Writing

Episode Summary

In Episode #6 of Rewrite Radio, we feature an on-stage conversation between George Saunders and Calvin College English professor Lew Klatt at the 2016 Festival of Faith & Writing. Saunders discusses a wide range of topics including the intimacy of storytelling, how weird narratives work to disrupt moral cul-de-sacs, and creative writing as a form of play.

Theme music is Modern Attempt by TrackTribe and June 11 by Andrew Starr.

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The Calvin Center for Faith & Writing

The Calvin Center for Faith & Writing endeavors to create spaces where people from many faith traditions are welcomed warmly, listened to with respect and generosity, and inspired to deeper engagement with the common good.

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